Eiger Glacier

GPTKB entity

Statements (96)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:glacier
gptkbp:accessibility accessible from Grindelwald
gptkbp:area approximately 10 square kilometers
gptkbp:climate alpine climate
gptkbp:climate_impact affects local weather patterns
gptkbp:climbing_ability multiple climbing routes available
gptkbp:diameter varies significantly
up to 200 meters
gptkbp:environmental_concerns climate change impact
gptkbp:environmental_impact affects local ecosystems
gptkbp:first_ascent gptkb:Eiger_North_Face
1864
gptkbp:flows_into gptkb:Aare_River
gptkbp:geological_features valley glacier
educational programs available
approximately 30 meters per year
popular subject for photographers
retreating
formed during the last Ice Age
accessible via cable car
inspired various art forms
blue ice
observed due to climate change
conservation efforts in place
offers guided tours
impacts local tourism economy
safety measures in place for visitors
available for guided tours
holds cultural significance for local communities
studied by various research institutions
attracts hikers and climbers
supports unique ecosystems
efforts in place to protect the area
monitored by Swiss authorities
local guides available for tours
important for local hydrology
attracts professional photographers
crevasses and seracs present
part of international monitoring programs
requires caution for visitors
inspired various artists and photographers
access via hiking trails
educational programs available for visitors
glacial lakes present
has historical significance in mountaineering
significant in local culture and history
uses satellite imagery for monitoring
part of national monitoring programs
gptkbp:glacier_access_roads access roads maintained for visitors
gptkbp:glacier_climbing offers climbing routes
gptkbp:glacier_conservation_efforts ongoing conservation efforts in place
gptkbp:glacier_environmental_studies site for environmental studies
gptkbp:glacier_geology formed from ancient rock formations
gptkbp:glacier_hiking offers hiking trails
gptkbp:glacier_impact_on_local_economy contributes to local economy through tourism
gptkbp:glacier_impact_on_wildlife affects local wildlife habitats
gptkbp:glacier_impact_studies subject of impact studies due to climate change
gptkbp:glacier_legends associated with local legends
gptkbp:glacier_melt contributes to local water supply
gptkbp:glacier_photography_tours offers photography tours
gptkbp:glacier_photography_workshops workshops available for photographers
gptkbp:glacier_preservation_efforts efforts to preserve the glacier ongoing
gptkbp:glacier_rescue requires specialized rescue teams
gptkbp:glacier_research_projects involved in various research projects
gptkbp:glacier_safety_measures safety measures recommended for visitors
gptkbp:glacier_scientific_research site for scientific research on glaciers.
gptkbp:glacier_seasonality best visited in summer months
gptkbp:glacier_skiing skiing opportunities available nearby
gptkbp:glacier_snout terminus at lower elevation
gptkbp:glacier_visibility visibility can be limited
gptkbp:glacier_visitor_center has a visitor center nearby
gptkbp:glacier_weather subject to rapid weather changes
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Eiger Glacier
gptkbp:length approximately 7 kilometers
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:Switzerland
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Bernese_Alps
gptkbp:photography popular photography location
gptkbp:research site for climate studies
gptkbp:research_importance important for climate research
gptkbp:surrounding_area gptkb:Eiger_North_Face
gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
gptkbp:surrounding_peaks gptkb:Eiger_Mountain
gptkb:Jungfrau_Mountain
gptkb:Mönch_Mountain
gptkbp:tourism popular for climbing
gptkbp:tourism_impact increased tourism due to scenic views
gptkbp:tradition part of local folklore and history
gptkbp:type valley glacier
gptkbp:visitors popular among climbers and hikers
gptkbp:wildlife home to various alpine species
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Eiger_Mountain
gptkb:Eiger
gptkb:The_Eiger
gptkb:Jungfrau_mountain
gptkb:Eiger_mountain
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6